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Falls Prevention: Prioritize exercise, vision, and honest conversations
Falls Prevention Week highlights the critical need to address falls risk, particularly among older Americans, where falls lead to significant injuries and fatalities. Factors contributing to falls include balance issues, medication side effects, and visual impairments. Preventive measures include...
Celebrating the Remarkable Leadership of Mahnaz Eshetu
On Sept. 3, 2025, the Refugee Women’s Alliance (ReWA) celebrated the remarkable leadership of Executive Director Mahnaz Eshetu as she prepared for retirement. Mahnaz joined ReWA more than 18 years ago, initially serving seven years on the Board of Directors before becoming executive director. Thr...
Bellevue selects developers for transit-oriented projects in BelRed Arts District
The city of Bellevue has chosen BRIDGE Housing and Su Development to create multifamily housing complexes in the BelRed Arts District, focusing on affordable housing and artist amenities. These transit-oriented developments, located near the BelRed light rail station, support Bellevue’s Affordabl...
Providing Health Care to People Experiencing Homelessness: Strategies and Challenges for Cross-Sector Initiatives
Initiatives that connect health care and housing services for people experiencing homelessness (PEH) have four key dimensions: aligning client preferences with practical options, maintaining ongoing interaction, reaching out where clients are, and co-locating services. A study based on interviews...
End-of-life care for people experiencing homelessness: A qualitative exploration of barriers and informal networks of care
The number of adults aged 65 and older experiencing homelessness in the U.S. is expected to nearly triple by 2030. This group faces significantly higher rates of chronic and mental illnesses compared to the general population, with health conditions resembling those of individuals at least 20 yea...
"Bupe by the book": A study protocol for a pilot randomized controlled trial of library-facilitated telehealth to increase buprenorphine treatment among individuals experiencing homelessness
A new 12-week intervention study called “Bupe by the Book” aims to improve access to opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment for individuals experiencing homelessness. Conducted in San Diego, California, this pilot randomized controlled trial partners the San Diego Public Library with Father Joe’s Vi...
From the Gridiron to the Farm
Hopelink will provide extra food during visits to its Food Markets starting Nov. 3. The organization welcomes Jason Brown, former NFL offensive lineman who left his career to establish First Fruits Farm, as the keynote speaker for its 30th annual “Reaching Out” Celebration. Brown’s farm has donat...
Building community, one water balloon at a time
Joy returned to Solid Ground’s Sand Point Housing this summer as youth programs resumed, fostering laughter and community connections after pandemic disruptions. The Sand Point campus supports nearly 200 families, including more than 130 children, offering not just housing but also essential serv...
Sarada’s Story: Stability and Independence with Meal Delivery
Every other Thursday, Sarada eagerly awaits the delivery of meals from Eileen, her driver from Catholic Community Services (CCS). This service, known as Home Delivered Meals, has been crucial for Sarada and many seniors, providing not just food but also companionship and dignity. Following a seri...
Energy Heroes Program Reaches Record Numbers in 2024-2025 School Year
The Energy Heroes educational program achieved record participation in the 2024-2025 school year, engaging 5,185 students across 190 classes in 47 schools. This marks a significant expansion, with over a third of workshops held at schools new to the program. The curriculum, designed for grades 1-...
Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring Contributions to Healthcare
Snoqualmie Valley Health is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of Hispanic and Latino individuals to healthcare. The organization highlights figures like Dr. Antonia Novello, the first woman and Hispanic U.S. surgeon general, who played a significant role in improving...
DOVE offers FREE Parent and Caregiver Yoga in collaboration with VYFS
Dove is offering free yoga classes for parents and caregivers in collaboration with Vashon Youth and Family Services (VYFS). The classes aim to provide a supportive environment for participants to practice yoga and mindfulness, promoting relaxation and connection. Scheduled to take place at the V...
Peer-Delivered Outreach With Rapid Treatment Pathways for Hepatitis C Testing and Treatment Among Unhoused People
A peer-led initiative targeting unhoused individuals in West Midlands, England, successfully established a rapid hepatitis C virus (HCV) test and treatment pathway. A trained peer worker collaborated with local healthcare providers to set up testing events at homeless shelters. They offered point...
Medicaid Enrollment following the ACA Eligibility Expansion amongPersons using Homelessness Services: An interrupted time-series analysis
A study analyzed the effects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Medicaid eligibility expansion on enrollment among individuals experiencing homelessness in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Using administrative data from January 2011 to December 2016, researchers performed interrupted time-series analys...
Implementation of Paper-Based Materials in Emergency Architecture: Research and Development of Transportable Emergency Cardboard Houses
A study examines the use of paper-based materials for designing temporary emergency shelters for forcibly displaced persons due to natural disasters and conflicts. The research features the development of five full-scale prototypes as part of the TECH (Transportable Emergency Cardboard House) pro...
Here’s how you made back-to-school better!
Heading back to school can be challenging for children from struggling families, as it highlights the disparities in resources. However, this year, more than 100 children and teenagers living in Solid Ground housing received support through community generosity. The “Pack It Forward” initiative r...
Maxime Michel appointed Executive Director of CAMFED Canada
Maxime Michel has been appointed executive director of CAMFED Canada, effective Sept. 29, 2025. She brings extensive experience in international development and a leadership style that aligns with CAMFED’s mission to promote equity and impact. The board of CAMFED Canada welcomes her values-driven...
Morbidity and Mortality Patterns Among Marginalized Individuals: Insights from a Copenhagen Shelter Health Clinic Cohort
Homelessness in Denmark presents serious health challenges, with marginalized groups facing barriers to healthcare despite the country’s robust welfare system. A study analyzed registry data from 1,242 users of a low-threshold healthcare service at Copenhagen’s open drug scene over seven years (2...
Keeping Students in Foster Care on Track
Students in foster care often face significant barriers to educational success due to the complex bureaucracy surrounding child welfare and education systems. Treehouse’s Educational Advocacy program is dedicated to addressing these issues by coordinating support among foster parents, social work...
Blooms, bubbles, bling, and giving back!
This past August, Bellevue LifeSpring’s Fairweather Circle organized a summer fundraiser titled “Blooms, Bubbles, and Bling,” held in Denise Lane’s award-winning garden. Attendees browsed a selection of new and gently used jewelry while enjoying refreshments, all to support the fight against hung...